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Del Frisco's Butter Cake Recipe

Del Frisco's Butter Cake Recipe

John
Del Frisco’s Butter Cake recipe is a true dessert treasure. This cake has a rich, golden crust with a soft center. Every bite melts smoothly with buttery sweetness.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing
  • 2 tbsp sugar for topping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F for perfect baking.
  • Grease the pan with melted butter evenly.
  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat eggs one at a time into the mixture.
  • Add vanilla extract and continue mixing gently.
  • In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt.
  • Slowly add dry mix into butter mixture.
  • Alternate with buttermilk until batter is smooth.
  • Pour batter into the greased baking pan.
  • Smooth the top with a spatula evenly.
  • Bake for 45 minutes until golden brown.
  • Brush top with melted butter and sprinkle sugar.
  • Let cake cool on rack before serving.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature butter for smooth mixing.
  • Don’t overmix to keep texture light.
  • Check doneness with a toothpick.
  • Let cake rest before slicing.
  • Serve warm for the best flavor.
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